Occupational Therapist

Lifelsmnj; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A senior care organization in Jersey City is seeking a Per Diem Occupational Therapist to evaluate and plan rehabilitation programs for patients. The ideal candidate will have graduated from an accredited Occupational Therapy curriculum and hold a current state license, with at least 3 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include evaluating patients' skills, conducting therapy programs, and recommending environmental changes to enhance patient care. Join a team that values improvement and learning while offering a warm and supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Curriculum.
• Current Occupational Therapist state license is required.
• Minimum 3 years of related experience or equivalent education.

Responsibilities

• Tests and evaluates patients' physical and mental abilities.
• Evaluates patients' progress and prepares detailed reports.
• Plans, organizes, and conducts occupational therapy programs.
• Selects activities to help individuals learn work and life-management skills.
• Recommends changes in patients' environments consistent with their needs.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Service orientation

Active listening

Critical thinking

Judgement and decision making

Education

Graduate of an Occupational Therapy Curriculum

Current Occupational Therapist state license

Job description

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We have a new opportunity for a Per Diem Occupational Therapist at our PACE program in Jersey City! This position would fill in, as needed, between the hours of 8:30a-5pm Mon-Fri.

• Tests and evaluates patients' physical and mental abilities and analyzes medical data to determine realistic rehabilitation goals for patients.
• Evaluates patients' progress and prepares reports that detail progress.
• Plans, organizes, and conducts occupational therapy programs.
• Selects activities that will help individuals learn work and life-management skills within limits of their mental or physical capabilities.
• Recommends changes in patients' work or living environments, consistent with their needs and capabilities.

Basic Qualifications

Education/Training/Certifications: Graduate of an Occupational Therapy Curriculum accredited jointly by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association or other equivalent organization.

Current Occupational Therapist state license

Skill(s): Excellent verbal and written communication, service orientation, active listening, critical thinking, judgement and decision making.

Experience: Minimum 3 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.